You are here

Find a program or event

Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.

  • knitting wool, embroidery hoop, crochet flowers, and fiber arts supplies

    Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Dec 04, 2024
    3:00pm
    60 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery or other fiber arts projects to work on alongside other young fiber-artists. Share advice, ideas, and conversation in a relaxed social environment!

    A drop-in program for teen crafters of all abilities.

    Note: this is not a lesson!

    Ages: 12 to 18

  • Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Oct 23, 2024
    3:00pm
    30 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers 18-36 months and a parent/caregiver. Drop-in program

     Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de 18 à 36 mois, accompagnés d'un parent ou gardien. Portes ouvertes

  • webcard for Chess Club with black Queen defeating white King

    Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    4:00pm
    120 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Join us for open games of chess. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is a relaxed environment where everyone is welcome. Bring your own board or borrow one of ours. 

  • Craft supplies on table

    Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
    4:00pm
    60 minutes

    13 sessions remaining

    Come crafting at the library. We have all the supplies you need to satisfy your creativity!

    For children of all ages. Drop-in. 

    ~~~~~~~~~

    Viens bricoler à la biblio, on a tout ce qu’il te faut pour satisfaire l’artiste en toi!

    Pour enfants de tous âges. Inscription non requise. 

  • Web banner for Arts and Culture

    Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
    4:00pm
    90 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Take some time to work on your latest art projects.  Art club is a time to learn new styles of visual arts or to simply bring your sketchbook and draw to your heart's content.

    Art supplies will be provided.  Feel free to bring any of your own sketchbooks, art tools, etc. 

    Ages 13+

    ******************************************************************************************************************

    Prenez le temps pour concentrer sur vos projets artistiques.  Le club d'art permet d'apprendre de nouveaux styles d'arts visuels ou simplement de prendre le temps de dessiner dans votre carnet de croquis. 

    Le matériel artistique sera fourni. N'hésitez pas à apporter votre propre carnet de croquis et votre matériel artistique. 

    Pour les 13 ans et plus

  • Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Sep 25, 2024
    4:00pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Are you between 15-24 years old? Are you looking to earn volunteer hours? Do you want to get ready to earn your first job?

    Provincial Youth Outreach Worker, Jinny Caron, is offering free workshops at the North Gloucester branch.

    When: Wednesdays in September, 4-5pm

    Where: North Gloucester branch, 2036 Ogilvie Road, Room B

    How: Drop in or register by contacting Jinny at 613-897-7306 or by email.

    September 4: How to create a resume | Soft skills

    September 11: Frirst Impressions by Dress for Success Ottawa

    September 18: How to search and apply for jobs

    September 25: Ready, set, interview time! | Role play (practice interview skills)

    Please arrive to the sessions on time. The September session will be in English only.

  • Web banner for hobbies and crafts

    Wednesday Sep 11, 2024 at 6:00pm
    90 minutes

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Stamp your way to beautiful homemade bookmarks using watercolors and acrylics.  Fresh leaves and flowers will be provided to create layers of nature.

  • Wednesday Sep 11, 2024 at 6:00pm
    150 minutes

    MARVEL MOVIE MADNESS

    Join us for a free screening of “The Amazing Spider-Man” at the Blackburn Hamlet Branch. The film was directed by Marc Webb and released in 2012.

    Note: The film is intended for a mature audience (PG-13). 136 minutes. In English.

    After Peter Parker is bitten by a genetically altered spider, he gains newfound, spider-like powers and ventures out to save the city from the machinations of a mysterious reptilian foe.

  • Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    15 sessions remaining

    Improve your English, share stories and make new friends!

    Améliorez votre anglais, partager des histoires et faites des amis!

  • Wednesdays, Sep 11, 2024 - Dec 11, 2024
    6:30pm
    90 minutes

    14 sessions remaining

    Learn and practice new English language skills and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly environment. Offered in partnership with the Catholic Centre for Immigrants of Ottawa.  All are welcome to this drop-in program!

    Apprenez et pratiquez votre anglais parlé et rencontrez des gens dans un milieu décontracté. Offert en partenariat avec le Centre catholique pour immigrants d'Ottawa. Tout le monde est bienvenue à ce programme sans inscription!